Word Of Mouth: Sesa

(out)growing pains

VIERNULVIER

Tue 06.05

20:00 - 22:00

Minardschouwburg, Gent

Romain Deconinckplein 2

Past event

20:00-21:05	'(out)growing pains'
21:05-22:00	post-talk: insight out: reflecting on '(out)growing pains'

A powerful mix of spoken word and live music about breathing, trauma and the ongoing search for resilience

'(out)growing pains' by Sesa is a performance where poetry and music intertwine to explore the weight of the burdens we carry. It delves into becoming aware of this weight, tracing its origins, and embracing the understanding that healing is not a destination but an ongoing, cyclical journey.

The title carries a dual meaning: outgrowing pains — shedding what no longer serves us, and growing
pains — the discomfort that comes with transformation. On stage, this unfolds through an interplay of spoken word, vocals, and music, featuring marimba, vibraphone, mallet station, and electric guitar. With Alex H. Smith (percussion), Nathan Kumba (guitar), and Abigaille Vungu (vocals), the performance blends classical post-minimalism, hip-hop, and modern jazz into an immersive soundscape.

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At its core, '(out)growing pains' is about breath—how it carries us through struggle, how we sometimes hold it without realising, and how, in the simple act of inhaling once more, we reclaim ourselves. '(out)growing pains' is an individual journey, yet a collective experience, resonating with those who have ever stood at the edge of themselves and dared to breathe through.

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partners and support

WIPCOOP/MESTIZOARTSPLATFORM (BE), Arenbergschouwburg (BE), DESINGEL (BE), Viernulvier (BE), Schouwburg Noord (BE), Rataplan (BE), De Studio (BE), c o r s o (BE) and Sabam for Culture (BE).

team and credits

Concept, text & performance: Sefora “Sesa” Sam
Musical direction, composition, percussion: Alex H. Smith
Guitar: Nathan Kakikumba
Vocals & vocal arrangements: Abigaille Muaca Vungu
Sound design: Alec Liégeois
Light design: Isaac Kwarteng
Scenography: Séraphine Boyeleba Balehen
Dramaturgical advice: Nicole Geertruida
Outside eyes: Sophie De Vries, Jessica Kipoy Lungama, Shari Aku Legbedje, Rodarling Acheampong
Executive production: AnAku
Executive production: AnAku
Co-production: Arenberg, VIERNULVIER